Posts Tagged ‘peptides’

Argireline, is the trade name for a synthetically derived peptide. According to the Argeline website “Argireline works through a unique mechanism which relaxes facial tension leading to a reduction in superficial facial lines and wrinkles with regular use. Argireline has been shown to moderate excessive catecholamines release.” Refer to the following website for more details: http://www.centerchem.com/PDFs/Argireline%20NP%20Ed8Ds.pdf

Releasing catecholamines is not good news for your body. Catecholamines are compounds that serve as neurotransmitters such as epinephrine, adrenaline, and dopamine. Just consider …

Epinephrine is a substance that prepares the body to handle emergencies such as cold, fatigue, and shock.

A deficiency of dopamine in the brain is responsible for the symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease.

Do you really want a cosmetic to inhibit your body’s neurotransmittors? What if you accidentally apply too much?

The manufacturers of Argireline claim that it works by relaxing facial muscles. Clients have found that these effects last for only a few hours.

Why subject yourself to a risky, temporary wrinkle fix when there are proven, safe and long-term wrinkle cures out there.

A natural peptide complex is a more credible alternative as it can reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles on an ongoing basis.

How does a natural peptide complex work?

Peptides are made up of amino acids. Amino acids are made by your body and supplied by your diet. Our body then supplies these amino acids to various organs and tissues within the body to support healthy function and build tissue. As we age, our bodies become less efficient at supplying peptides to the skin, collagen begins to degenerate, causing wrinkles.

A natural peptide complex supplies the skin with peptides from fruit and vegetable sources to rejuvenate collagen and erases wrinkles. Just think of it as a supplement for your skin. It is a safe solution that erases wrinkles, supports healthy skin and promotes overall well-being in the long-term. Surely this has to be better than a risky, short-term fix provided by synthetic peptides?

Have you ever bought a new anti aging eye cream that promises no wrinkles, bags and dark shadows, or puffiness, only to be disappointed by the total lack of results? The delicate skin around your eyes is the first to show signs of aging, lack of sleep, and an unhealthy lifestyle, so it shouldn’t come as a surprise that there is no miracle cure to repairing years of facial expression and bad habits.

Finding the right eye cream is essential to minimizing the aging factors around your sensitive eye area. But a more holistic approach, taking into account your lifestyle and beauty routine, will bring you even better results.

Use our advice below to start making the most of one of your best assets – younger looking, sparkling eyes.

Choosing an eye cream

Avoid the alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs) found in many anti aging eye creams as these strip away the top layer of the skin, making it more delicate and vulnerable to the sun and other toxins. An organic eye cream is good choice as organic skin care tends to be purer and contains no alcohol, parabens or petrochemicals.

Use products that are able to penetrate into the dermal layer of the skin as it is in this layer that the new cells, that produce younger-looking skin, are created.

Look for organic eye creams containing bilberry and eyebright. These ingredients have anti-inflammatory properties that help reduce redness, strengthen blood vessels and act as a vein tonic. They can help rebuild the delicate capillaries in the eye area and help to minimise dark circles, puffiness and bags.

Make sure your eye cream has a peptide complex, but be cautious about synthetic peptide complexes.

Beauty routine

Do not rub or apply pressure to the eye area as this will cause the small capillaries to burst, causing dark circles.

A smooth eye cream that glides on is best. If you use a stiff product make sure to dab it on. Take care not to “drag” the cream around your eye, as stretching this delicate skin can do more harm than good.

Make sure to use an eye cream year round.

For puffy eyes, try a cold or iced compress (cucumber can also work). The cold helps to shrink swollen blood vessels.

Lifestyle

Avoid smoking and exposure to second-hand smoke.

Limit consumption of caffeine and alcohol as they cause dehyration, making skin more vulnerable to wrinkles.